More eHGVs for Amazon

Date: November 5, 2025 By admin Categories: Uncategorized No comments

Amazon’s transportation network is undergoing an electric revolution.

2025 marks a major milestone in Amazon’s journey to decarbonise the UK’s transportation network, with the largest-ever order of electric heavy-goods vehicles (eHGVs) now starting to roll out onto UK roads, delivering packages to customers nationwide.

Amazon’s eHGVs, operated by our carrier partners, transport packages between Amazon fulfilment centres, sort centres, and delivery stations across the UK.

As part of a record-breaking order in January 2025, there will be a total of 160 electric trucks on UK roads once fully deployed, making Britain home to the highest number of eHGVs in Amazon’s global transportation network.

• Amazon has installed fast charging points at its UK sites that can power the 40-tonne trucks from 20 to 80 per cent battery capacity in just over an hour.
• The electric heavy trucks are expected to cover annual travel distance equivalent to more than 450+ trips around the world on UK roads, carrying more than 300 million products each year.
• The new Mercedes-Benz Truck eActros 600s have a range of over 310 miles (500 km) when fully charged and can transport up to a 22 metric tonne load per journey.

Moreover, Amazon UK will also be deploying over 800 new Mercedes-Benz eSprinter vans in the coming months. These vans will bring packages to customer’s doors with zero-exhaust emissions.

Stolt-Nielsen announces completion of the acquisition of Suttons International Holdings

Date: November 6, 2025 By admin Categories: Uncategorized No comments

Stolt-Nielsen has announced that it has acquired the ISO tank operator Suttons International Holdings Limited (Suttons), and that Suttons is now a 100% owned subsidiary of Stolt-Nielsen Limited.

Hans Augusteijn, President of STC, said:

“The acquisition of Suttons adds over 11,000 ISO tank containers to our fleet and broadens our product offering. This enhances Stolt-Nielsen’s position as a leading liquid logistics provider and is aligned with our strategy to leverage Stolt Tank Containers’ (STC) global platform. With an expanded fleet and a more comprehensive service offering, customers will benefit from greater efficiency, reliability, and flexibility across their supply chains.

“STC is a leading global ISO tank operator, delivering to more than 100 countries. Suttons is a UK-headquartered ISO tank operator providing international end-to-end solutions to its customers. The combination of STC’s global network and fleet with Suttons’ specialist capabilities creates a stronger platform to serve customers worldwide with safe, high-quality, and sustainable logistics solutions.

“Bringing Suttons into Stolt-Nielsen supports our strategy to scale our business, expand our fleet, strengthen our global market presence and provide broader coverage, benefitting customers across the globe.”

John Sutton, Chief Executive Officer of Suttons, added:

“After many decades as a family business, this step secures the next chapter of growth for Suttons. Bringing together two organisations with complementary service offerings creates an enhanced global platform and increased market reach, while our shared legacy and values remain at the heart of the combined business.”

A first for Freightliner and Malcolm Group

Date: November 8, 2025 By admin Categories: Uncategorized No comments

Freightliner and The Malcolm Group have led a ground-breaking Class 93 trial from Daventry to Grangemouth and Mossend.  

This is the first freight movement of intermodal containers using a Class 93 locomotive to take place on the rail network. The Freightliner train was around 775 meters long and carrying around 1,000t of goods with a total train weight of circa 1,700t.

Michael Leadbetter, Intermodal Operations Director at Freightliner said:

“We are proud to be leading the way when it comes to moving goods sustainably by rail. At Freightliner, we are always looking at new innovative ways to make rail even more sustainable for our customers and their supply chains – so this Class 93 trial is exciting for the future. From testing and trailing new technology to sourcing alternative fuels – we’re driven by powering a greener future for rail and logistics.”

Brian Ferguson, General Manager at Rail Operations Assets Ltd said:

“Great to see the Class 93 entering a live service within the Working Timetable. Operating in collaboration with Freightliner and The Malcolm Group, this marks another major step in demonstrating how hybrid technology can deliver enhanced operational performance while supporting the industry’s drive toward net-zero emissions.”

Andrew Sumner, Rail Director of The Malcolm Group, commented:

“We are really pleased to be working with Freightliner to trial a new hybrid locomotive on our services between the West Midlands and Scotland. Earlier this year we made the decision to switch our Anglo-Scottish intermodal services to electric traction, significantly reducing carbon emissions for our customers. However, the current operation still requires a diesel locomotive to shunt the trains at the terminals. The potential of a hybrid locomotive removes this requirement, offering further environmental and performance benefits. We look forward to reviewing the outputs of the trial in order to help us work with Freightliner to help shape our future rail strategy.”

GHY International and Customs Support Group forge global partnership

Date: November 11, 2025 By admin Categories: Uncategorized No comments

A newly-forged partnership between two leading customs clearance firms in Europe and North America is set to offer “seamless cross-border solutions” for businesses engaged in transatlantic trade.

GHY International, a leading provider of customs brokerage and trade compliance services in Canada and the United States, has partnered with Customs Support Group (CSG), Europe’s largest independent customs clearance and trade solutions provider.

The two companies say the collaboration will deliver seamless cross-border customs solutions for transatlantic businesses at a time when rules and regulations have become increasingly complex.

This year has seen an ever-shifting global trade landscape, where businesses have had to navigate evolving tariff discussions and complex trade compliance regulations.

Nicolas Collart, chief trade operations and compliance officer at Customs Support Group, said: “By joining forces as leading customs agencies on the European and North American continents, CSG and GHY will ensure customers on both sides of the Atlantic benefit from a consistent, end-to-end customs clearance and trade advisory experience.

“We see growing demand from international clients for comprehensive customs support on both sides of the Atlantic – from strategic advisory to practical brokerage execution.

“Sharing the same high standards of service and deep industry knowledge, this partnership enables us to bring added value to our customers through GHY’s trusted support, while welcoming GHY’s clients to benefit from our European expertise.”

Mackenzie West, director of market development at GHY, said: “This partnership allows us to extend our reach and offer our clients trusted customs expertise in Europe through CSG’s extensive network.”

GHY was established more than 100 years ago and boasts a team of certified trade experts, offering personalised service and deep regulatory knowledge to help clients navigate evolving trade requirements and optimise supply chains across North America.

CSG extends this reach with more than 120 offices in 14 European countries, 1,700-plus customs professionals and a pan-European digital platform, offering customs processing across the EU, United Kingdom, Switzerland, and Norway.

For more information, visit www.ghy.com or www.customssupport.com.

Peel Ports Group halves operational greenhouse gas emissions in five years

Date: November 12, 2025 By admin Categories: Uncategorized No comments

• A 6.8% reduction in electricity consumption, with a 2.8% reduction in overall energy use, compared to FY24 
• 125 apprenticeships underway, up from 85 in FY24 
• A 44% reduction in all injury rates since FY23 
• 66,528 hours of training delivered across the Group, with an average of 33.6 training hours per employee.
   

• Achieve net-zero value chain (Scope 3) emissions by 2050, with a range of short-term deliverables to be implemented by 2030. 
• Ensure that 50% of the energy provided to its ports, and port tenants, is renewable by 2030 
• Create a climate adaptation plan for each port by 2028 (a plan has already been created for the Port of Liverpool,) 
• Invest £40k annually towards scientific research focused on the protection, conservation and enhancement of marine biodiversity 
• Achieve zero pollution incidents across port activities by 2028  
• Achieve ‘zero harm’ (in relation to personal injuries) across operations by 2028. 
   

DP World signs long term Title Partner extension with the DP World Tour

Date: November 13, 2025 By admin Categories: Uncategorized No comments

DP World and the DP World Tour today extended their long-term partnership, reaffirming a shared commitment to growing the game of golf. Under the new agreement, the largest in the Tour’s history, DP World will continue as Title Partner and Official Logistics Partner until 2035.

The original agreement, which started in 2022 and saw the European Tour renamed the DP World Tour, supported the continued expansion of golf’s global Tour – playing 42 tournaments in 26 different countries this season – with record prize funds and an expanding fan base, making golf more global, more inclusive and better connected than ever before.

“The first stage of our landmark Title Partner relationship has been focused on raising awareness globally of the DP World brand and building a strong pipeline of new business leads for their sector-leading services. Over the past four years, that has been a tremendous success” said Guy Kinnings, Chief Executive Officer of the DP World Tour.

“The partnership has also evolved and will see DP World continue to become an integral cog in delivering our global tournament schedule, utilising their supply chain expertise. This is a truly integrated partnership that will continue to deepen over the next decade. This agreement also shows the continued strength of the DP World Tour, which is enjoying growth in our fan base and spectator numbers, as well as our partnership portfolio. DP World’s decision to invest in the DP World Tour for another decade is further proof that the DP World Tour is going from strength to strength.”

Yuvraj Narayan, Group Deputy CEO & Chief Financial Officer of DP World, said: “Our partnership with the DP World Tour reflects how sport can connect markets and communities, just as we do through global trade. This long-term investment demonstrates our belief in the Tour’s future and our commitment to making golf more inclusive and sustainable. New events such as the recent DP World India Championship show how we are supporting the game’s growth and accessibility for the long term.”

As part of the renewed agreement, DP World will continue as Title Partner of the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai until 2035 – the season-ending Rolex Series event where the Race to Dubai Champion is crowned. In addition, DP World will become an Official Partner to a further 15 tournaments each season – providing greater opportunities to engage fans and communities across key markets.

Building on its success and the enthusiasm of Indian fans, the DP World India Championship will return in 2026, with the ambition to become a regular fixture on the Tour calendar. The event highlights DP World’s shared vision to expand the game’s reach in emerging markets.

Both organisations will continue collaborating on initiatives designed to make golf more accessible and inclusive around the world. Through DP World’s Second Life initiative and its global Clubhouse programme, the company uses its smart logistics expertise to create new grassroots facilities – repurposing shipping containers into training hubs to inspire the next generation of golfers and ensure lasting community impact.

DP World’s association with the Tour stretches back to 2009, when it became a presenting partner of the Race to Dubai finale. Since then, the relationship has evolved and expanded. The renewed agreement marks the latest step in that journey, connecting the worlds of trade and sport.

Europa Road breaks new ground with the first daily UK- Portugal freight service

Date: November 14, 2025 By admin Categories: Uncategorized No comments

CMA CGM Group to acquire a 20% stake in EUROGATE Container Terminal Hamburg (CTH)

Date: November 14, 2025 By admin Categories: Uncategorized No comments

The CMA CGM Group, a global player in sea, land, air and logistics solutions, has signed a term sheet to acquire a 20% stake in EUROGATE Container Terminal Hamburg (CTH). The transaction is expected to be completed in the first half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals.

As a leading player in Northern Europe’s container shipping, CMA CGM already calls at the EUROGATE Container Terminal Hamburg (CTH), notably through its iconic FAL service connecting Asia and Northern Europe with 23,000 TEU LNG-powered vessels.

This strategic investment is fully aligned with the CMA CGM Group’s strategy to expand its infrastructure portfolio in support of its global shipping network and more specifically in Europe. As an international port operator with interests in 64 terminals worldwide, the Group reinforces its presence in Hamburg, one of Northern Europe’s key maritime hubs, further enhancing the performance of its maritime and logistics services while contributing to more resilient and low-carbon supply chains across the region. This is also supported by EUROGATE’s direct rail connection to EUROKOMBI, Germany’s largest intermodal terminal.

The partnership also supports EUROGATE’s Western Extension project at the Hamburg terminal, which will expand the facility by approximately 38 hectares and add around 1,050 meters of new quay wall. The expansion is designed to accommodate next-generation

container vessels and increase the terminal’s capacity from around 4 million TEUs to nearly 6 million TEUs, whilst modernizing and improving operational efficiency and intermodal connectivity of existing areas. By becoming a shareholder, the CMA CGM Group actively contributes to this long-term development, strengthening Hamburg’s position as a leading North European maritime hub.

Rodolphe Saadé, Chairman and CEO of the CMA CGM Group, stated: “I am pleased to announce this new partnership with EUROGATE, which marks an important step in the development of Hamburg Port and supports its ambition to remain a major gateway for European trade. Through our participation, we will help enhance the terminal’s capacity, strengthen its rail connections, and support its move towards more sustainable operations. This reflects our confidence in Germany’s long-term competitiveness and our commitment to contributing to resilient and efficient supply chains in Europe.”

CMA CGM has a long-standing and growing presence in Germany, where the Group first established offices in Hamburg and Bremen in 1991. Today, Germany serves as a key hub within CMA CGM’s regional cluster covering five countries — Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic — supported by nine offices and 23 weekly vessel calls across three major ports: Hamburg, Bremerhaven, and Wilhelmshaven. With integrated logistics and intermodal solutions provided through CEVA Logistics, which operates over 500,000 sqm of warehousing space and employs around 5,200 people in Germany, as well as through CMA CGM Inland Services and the Duisburg Trimodal Terminal (D3T), the Group offers seamless end-to-end transport solutions. CMA CGM remains fully committed to supporting Germany’s pivotal role in European and global trade, while advancing the decarbonization and efficiency of supply chains.

Kalmar and Forth Ports continue their joint decarbonisation journey

Date: November 15, 2025 By admin Categories: Uncategorized No comments

Kalmar has secured a repeat order from Forth Ports Group for a total of three Kalmar hybrid straddle carriers to be deployed at Forth Ports Grangemouth. The large order was booked in Kalmar’s Q4 2025 order intake, and delivery of the machines is scheduled to be completed during Q2 2026.

Forth Ports Grangemouth is Scotland’s largest port, handling nine million tonnes of cargo each year through specialist container, liquid and general cargo terminals. Cargo includes fine food and drink, machinery, fuel, steel products, timber, paper and equipment for the oil and gas industry.

The new Kalmar hybrid straddle carriers will join six identical machines ordered by Forth Ports Group in Q1 2025, all of which will be deployed at the company’s London Container Terminal.

The hybrid machines will help Forth Ports Group to significantly reduce both the fuel consumption and CO2 emissions of their straddle carrier operations compared to traditional diesel-powered machines. Hybrid machines also generate much less noise.

Derek Knox, Regional Director Scotland, Forth Ports Limited:

“Our current fleet of Kalmar straddle carriers have served us extremely well. We have taken the decision to further expand our investment in greener technology to help us meet our ambitious net zero targets. The new fleet of hybrid machines will support our progress towards achieving these targets by helping us to reduce local air and noise emissions as well as fuel consumption.”

Joel Garmory, Country Director, UK & Ireland, Kalmar:

“This large repeat order is a clear indication of the confidence that Forth Ports Group has in our industry-leading hybrid technology, which can cut fuel consumption by up to 40% compared to equivalent diesel-powered machines. We are delighted to have secured a repeat order in such a short space of time and pleased that we can continue to help Forth Ports take concrete steps towards decarbonising their operations without compromising on productivity.”

DRS’ new service

Date: November 15, 2025 By admin Categories: Uncategorized No comments

Direct Rail Services (DRS) has launched a new cross-country service from Daventry to Coatbridge.

The service will operate along the 330-mile route, using DRS’s environmentally friendly Class 88 locomotives.

Initially launched as a trial, it will be the fourth DRS Anglo Scottish rail service, covering nearly the entire length of England and offering an opportunity for new rail freight customers.

Gottfried Eymer, NTS’s Managing Director for Rail, said:

“This new service is a fantastic opportunity for those who have considered rail but are yet to make the switch from road.

“One of the key benefits of this service is that it will run on electricity and produce no exhaust emissions, which is fantastic for the environment. Each train can take around 30 HGVs off the roads.

“The unique feature of this train is that it is made up of goods from multiple customers, making it ideal for businesses that would like to benefit from rail but lack the volumes to justify their own train.”

IAG Cargo welcomes MASkargo operations at London Heathrow hub

Date: November 17, 2025 By admin Categories: Uncategorized No comments

IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), has expanded its global offering through a partnership to handle MASkargo’s operations at its London Heathrow hub.    

In a collaboration that strengthens the company’s position as a trusted partner for global carriers, IAG Cargo will become the ground handling agent for MASkargo.

MASkargo is the cargo division of Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) that specialises in providing comprehensive air cargo solutions. MASkargo offers a wide range of services, including scheduled and chartered air freight, cargo terminal handling, and integrated logistics solutions via air, land, and sea transportation.

All MASkargo shipments via London are now processed through the Premia facility at IAG Cargo’s Heathrow estate, underscoring the strategic importance of London as a key hub in the global air cargo network. MASkargo currently operates twice-daily flights connecting Kuala Lumpur and London. 

Adam Carson, Chief Operations Officer at IAG Cargo, said:

“Welcoming MASkargo to our London Heathrow hub marks an important step as we continue to expand our third-party handling capabilities. With its strategic location, Heathrow is a prime gateway for MASkargo, and our hub offers exceptional airside access and world-class facilities, enabling us to deliver the reliability and service excellence that customers expect.”

Mark Jason Thomas, Chief Executive Officer of MASkargo, added:

“Partnering with IAG Cargo at London Heathrow marks another milestone in our journey to enhance global connectivity and service excellence. This collaboration not only reinforces our commitment to delivering reliability and quality for our customers but also strengthens MASkargo’s presence in one of the world’s key cargo hubs. Through London Heathrow (LHR), we are able to offer smoother transfer experiences and wider access to major destinations across Europe and the Americas via our network of strategic airline partners.

“IAG Cargo’s modern infrastructure and experienced handling team align perfectly with our operational standards, supporting our goal of delivering a world-class cargo experience.”